Our Story

HUB International was formed with the merger of 11 privately held Canadian insurance brokerages in 1998. Today, we are ranked among the largest insurance brokers worldwide.

The entrepreneurial spirit that formed HUB is evident today in the way we do business. Our company is organized around large regional offices with over 250 satellite locations. Our structure enables us to be proactive in addressing local market needs while centrally managing the growth of our business with consistent standards.

While global, our strength lies in our commitment to the communities we live and do business in. We are here to help you evaluate your risks and develop solutions that are tailored to your needs.

Corporate Headquarters Location

Vision and Values

HUB Vision

HUB International will be the leading sales and service organization in the insurance industry. We will be the first choice of customers, employees and investors, offering them their best value-added opportunity over the long term. We will conduct ourselves ethically and promote diversity and development.

HUB Values

Entrepreneurship – We encourage innovation and educated risk-takingBalance – We balance corporate duty with personal growthIntegrity – We do the right thing every timeTeamwork – We work together to maximize resultsDiscipline – We focus on our goalsAccountability – We measure and take responsibility for outcomesService - We serve our customers, communities and colleagues

Hub, A History

Timeline

We continue to grow the business both organically and through acquisition.

1998Eleven Canadian brokerages merge to form HUB International Limited.

HUB posts net earnings of $1.7 million on revenue of $38.7 million.

1999HUB common shares begin trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol HBG.

Acquires and integrates 42 brokerages, and expands operations to the United States and Western Canada.

2000Acquires and integrates 18 brokerages and establishes new regional operations in New England.

Earnings increase to $6.1 million on $95.2 million of revenue.

2001Moves corporate headquarters to Chicago. Acquires and integrates 14 brokerages, and establishes new regional operations in the Northeast.

2002U.S. initial public offering raises $88.1 million as HUB lists on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol HBG. Listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange is maintained.

Wholesale

In addition to retail and specialty programs, HUB has wholesale operations that support independent brokers and their clients across North America. We are constantly researching the marketplace and working with insurance carriers to develop programs that address a wide range of property, casualty and wealth management needs.

Our organization’s size and access to insurance markets translates into a powerful market resource for brokers and agents.

Life And Investment Products

Investor Relations

On October 2, 2013, HUB International Limited was acquired by funds advised by Hellman & Friedman LLC. The transaction values HUB at approximately US$4.4 billion. Investment funds managed by Hellman & Friedman hold a majority interest in the company, while members of HUB’s senior management also have a significant equity position.

Access to Financial Information Requests

As a privately-owned company, HUB International Limited restricts access to its financial information. Current or prospective holders of the company’s 7.875% Senior Notes due 2021 issued by HUB International Limited, current or prospective holders of the 8.125% Senior Notes due 2019 issued by Hub Holdings, LLC, as well as securities analysts, are eligible to obtain access to:

A secure Website to which the company has agreed to post certain reports and press releases required by the indentures governing the Notes; and

A conference call held by the company to discuss such reports and the results of operations for the relevant reporting period.

To apply for access to the secure Website and/or to receive coordinates for the company’s next quarterly conference call, please complete and submit the application below.

Upon receipt of your application, we will send you a password and other information needed to access the secure Website. By submitting this application, you agree that the company reserves the right to modify the terms of your access to the secure Website or future conference calls at any time and without notice.